Charlotte
Albert Waller Gilchrist - (1858-1926)
Punta Gorda, FL
A founder of Punta Gorda, he was a resident until his death.
Charlotte High School
Punta Gorda, FL
Originally named the Punta Gorda High School, this building was the first dedicated high school for the newly created Charlotte County...
City Of Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda, FL
Spanish fishermen from Cuba first gave the name "Punta Gorda" to this area in early 1800's. The City was originally platted as "Trabue"...
Hector House Plaza: The Founding Of Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda, FL
On December 3, 1887, 34 men in the "Town of Trabue" met here in a two-story building, built in 1887, owned by Tom Hector.
Punta Gorda Railroad Depot
Punta Gorda, FL
Plans to build the railroad depot in Punta Gorda began in 1928.